Cryptocurrency and tech expos: Key dates for the diary

Executives and decision-makers looking to stay ahead of the technology curve should keep an eye on a busy roster of events coming up in the second half of 2018. Here’s a snapshot of what’s to come…

From 3-5 September the Keynote’s World Blockchain Forum welcomes investors, pioneers and industry leaders to Old Billingsgate in London to discuss the transformations shaping the financial world. Set within historic surroundings, the event promises to provide a unique networking opportunity among leading innovators from the blockchain arena.

The third annual Connected World Summit is all set for the 25-26 September at London’s Printworks. Under the banner “Emerging Technology For A Smart Society”, over 2,500 industry professionals will examine how the Blockchain can be applied to a range of different industries. Cutting-edge case studies and visionary insight set the agenda while an inspirational breakout scene offers attendees the chance to network.

ExCeL London hosts IPEXPO Europe from 3-4 October. IPEXPO comprises six top IT events under one roof, and with over 300 exhibitors and 300 free to attend seminars it’s one of the business calendars most essential events.
Cybersecurity, the Internet of Things and the blockchain are just some of the themes covered at this multi-faceted event – befitting the expo’s tagline “Arrive with challenges, leave with solutions.” Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield is the keynote speaker.

FinTech Connect proves that there’s no slowing up as the festive season approaches. Also at ExCeL London on the 5-6 December the fourth FinTech Connect hosts an industry elite including Søren Rode Andreasen, Chief Digital Officer, Danske Bank and Sohail Raja, Chief Digital Officer, Societe Generale UK to examine everything from paytech and the cashless society and and fast growth strategies for startups. The event is the only way to stay truly connected to the fintech community.